The
Poet
About
Homicide detective Daniel has been on the trail of a sadistic serial killer. His pursuit is stopped short when he and his wife Grace face the unimaginable.
With the serial killer still on the loose, Daniel decides to bury himself in his work, while Grace struggles to pick up the pieces of their life alone.
Cast & Crew
Who We Are
Ayla Eloy
In the role of Grace
Ayla Eloy is a Brazilian American actress based in New York City. Some of her notable screen credits include roles in "Law & Order: Organized Crime", Bernard and the Gennie and "Crimes of Fashion." Ayla's theatre performances feature leading roles in productions like "Thieves" and "Used." She has also appeared in various national commercials for brands like Sephora and Deloitte. Ayla did her conservatory at the Lee Strasberg Theatre and Film Institute and when she's not working, you can find her singing along the streets of New York, or practicing yoga at one of the many hot yoga studios in the city.
Philip D'Gracie
In the role of Daniel
Philip began his acting studies with world renowned acting coach, Susan Batson. After a few years of studying method with Susan, he decided to transition over to, The Neighborhood PlayHouse, where he studied the Meisner technique under the tutelage of, Ron Stetson. His theatre performances range from classics where he played Joe in Clifford Odets, Waiting For Lefty. To where he took on the role of Huey in John Patrick Shanley’s, Italian American Reconciliation.
He is also no stranger to the comedic realm, where he performed in sketch comedy at, The Little Big Theatre under the direction of, Michael Horn, and improvisation at the Upright Citizens Brigade.
Short films like, “8” and 2 Murder kids, led to him being cast in the award winning ensemble, Real With me aka: The Coolest White Boy Ever. He was also given the opportunity to hone his behind the camera skills, where he worked as second camera unit in the award winning documentary, Beneath The Olive Tree, narration by, Academy Award winner, Olympia Dukakis.
After going on a hiatus, Philip decided that he wanted to make his own way in the entertainment business, which leads us to the, The Poet. Philip, is not only the writer and executive producer, but also plans to star in this, supernatural/psychological thriller. With a talented team (both in front and behind the camera) in place, Philip is excited to bring this project to life, and share it with the world.
Caitlin Borek
In the role of April
Caitlin Borel began her acting career in the theatre. One of her favorite credits is Cosette in Les Mis for which she won a BroadwayWorld award for Best Actress. She tours the country and performs in NYC with New York Gilbert and Sullivan Players. You can find her in spots for Lancôme, George Foreman and Viagra. She was a producer on The Andy Baker Tape, and starred alongside John Schneider in The Confession, both available for streaming. She recently shot Ties that Choke, Dinner with Byrnes, and costarred in the upcoming Night of Violence written and directed by Illya Konstantin. She's thrilled to be creating with her peer, Philip D'Gracie.
Jonathan Villanueva
In the role of GG
A charming and versatile Latino American actor and producer, Jonathan Villanueva was born in Perth Amboy, NJ. While studying at the New York Conservatory for Dramatic Arts, he moved to New York where he still resides. Some time after college, Jonathan signed with VPG Artist Management. He recently worked on a role on the tv show The Other Two on MAX, where he played alongside Ken Marino and Helène Yorke. He is also happy to announce the renewal of the commercial L'Oreal No Mix No Mess, which he stars in. Some past credits include: Almost Family on FOX as Bobby, Pride: The Series on Amazon Prime as Luis, and Produced and Starred in Love Song which is in the film festival circuit.
Victor Mathews
Director
Victor Matthews is a member of the Directors Guild of America working within TV & Film in the USA & globally. Working for major networks, cable, commericials, music concerts, & talk shows, documentaries, corporate, serials, series, sports, news, and still going!
He is an Emmy award-winning camera operator. Working on JIB, CamMate, Handheld, Ped, Steadicam, Crane, Robotic camera systems. Union member of IATSE, ICG, NABET, IBEW.
As a Director he beleives in diving into the minds of each character. Mis-en-scene! Frame by frame designing to bring characters, talent, story, imagination to screen. Any idea Dream it, Visualize it, and Bring it to Life! Always keeping in mind budget, logistics, and planning. Pre-production is key! Know your parameters...
Jose Del Carmen Martinez
Director of Photography
Jose Del Carmen Martinez, Director of Photography, Gaffer, is an accomplished filmmaker, camera operator, screenwriter & Director.
While attending INTEC, which is the Santo Domingo Technological Institute, he received the System Engineer title, where he met Arturo Rodriguez Fernandezz, who was one of the most acclaimed film critics in Latin America, and started to work at the Cine Club. Winning a scholarship to take the General Production Course/TV at RNTC (Radio Nederland Training Centre) Hilversum, Holland, along with various film courses, eventually establishing in New York, USA.
Jose has worked in the music business, working with people like Sean Puffy Combs, Mad Lion, & Notorious B. Likewise on feature films in his native Dominican Republic with renowned DP's and Directors like Sidney Lumet, Wes Craven, Sergei Franklin, Igor Sunara, Rolando Hudson, and Maria Betty. "JC" as he likes to be called 30 plus music videos, 25 plus feature/short films, and 25 plus commercials.
Support
Hi. My name is Philip D'Gracie. I'm an actor and a screenwriter. My team and I are in pre-production on a short film I wrote called, The Poet. After completing the script, I reached out to some very talented people, who quickly became as passionate about this project as I was. This supernatural/psychological thriller is sure to excite all those who have an opportunity to experience it first hand.
Passion projects like this cannot be realized alone, which is why the cast, crew, and I are asking for your help. Family, friends, peers, creatives from all walks of life, please, if you have the means, any little bit helps us to get one step closer to principal photography.
Your generosity and support would be, and are, greatly appreciated!